Doxopil-A Tablet is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.

Doxopil-A Tablet also thins and loosens mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs making it easier to cough out. It is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, stomach upset, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, irritability, insomnia, and increased heart rate. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Doxopil-A Tablet

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Doxopil-A Tablet

In Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Doxopil-A Tablet helps the airways in your lungs stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Doxopil-A Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Doxopil-A

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Headache
Irritation
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Fast heart rate
Extrasystoles
Increased respiratory rate

How to use Doxopil-A Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Doxopil-A Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Doxopil-A Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

How Doxopil-A Tablet works

Doxopil-A Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Doxopil-A Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Doxopil-A Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Doxopil-A Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Doxopil-A Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Doxopil-A Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Doxopil-A Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Doxopil-A Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Doxopil-A Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Doxopil-A Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Doxopil-A Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Doxopil-A Tablet for prevention and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
If at any time your breathing gets worse, please contact your doctor or nurse for advice straightaway.
Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation and damage to the lungs and will make your condition worse.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.

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